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OYO – Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has received the report of the Committee on Management/Disbursement of Bodija Explosion Relief Fund, noting that the state government would look into the recommendations and implement them as appropriate. Governor Makinde, who was represented by the Deputy Governor who also doubles as the chairman of the committee, Barr….
Lagos, Nigeria — Controversial social media activist Martin Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has filed petitions with the South African, Turkish, and Moroccan embassies, urging investigations into alleged criminal activities involving media personality Chinese Ani Emmanuel, popularly called Nedu Wazobia. VDM, who visited the South African embassy on Tuesday, disclosed that he submitted…
Abuja, Nigeria — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has emphasized the significant strides being made under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, describing the ongoing changes as a “quiet revolution” across key sectors. This assertion was made by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Felix Morka, following the APC National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja. He…
Ondo state, Nigeria:Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has swiftly made key appointments following his inauguration as the 7th democratically elected governor of the state. Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti has been appointed as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG), bringing his experience as the former Chairman of the Ondo State Hospitals Management Board to…
Lagos, Nigeria: The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), in conjunction with the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) and the Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO), has given the Lagos State government a three-day ultimatum to disband two state committees accused of harassment, extortion, and abuse of power. The unions demand the immediate…
Nigeria — The National President of the Afenifere National Youth Council, Prince Eniola Ojajuni, has call on Nigerians to come to his aid by raising the N100 million ransom demanded by his abductors. The kidnappers had threatened to kill the youth leader by 3:00 pm on Monday if the ransom is not paid as demanded….
Abuja, Nigeria — The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum has lauded Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, for the successful conduct of the state’s Local Government Council Elections. The commendation came in a statement issued on Sunday by the Forum’s Director-General, Dr. Emmanuel Agbo, under the leadership of Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed. Highlighting the significance…
Abuja, Nigeria — The political landscape heats up as former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai reportedly aligns with northern leaders and opposition figures, stirring controversy within the All Progressives Congress (APC). The APC, through its National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, accused El-Rufai of pushing an ethnic agenda following his exclusion from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. Despite…
Ogbomoso, Nigeria — The legal battle over the Soun of Ogbomoso throne has escalated as Prince Kabir Olaoye heads to the Supreme Court to challenge last Tuesday’s Court of Appeal ruling, which affirmed Oba Ghandi Olaoye’s selection. Prince Kabir, who had initially filed a suit in 2022 (HOG/27/2022) contesting the nomination and selection of Oba…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has assured Nigerians of an adequate fuel supply, emphasizing its ability to meet both local and international demand. This assurance was given by the President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, during a facility tour of the $20 billion refinery in Lekki, Lagos State, alongside Zambia’s Minister…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has raised alarm over a surge in Lassa fever cases, reporting 80 fatalities from 413 confirmed infections across 11 states. In its latest epidemiological report covering Week 6 (February 3–9, 2025), the NCDC highlighted a concerning increase in the case fatality rate (CFR),…
Benin City, Nigeria — A violent communal clash in Edo State has left seven people dead and six others injured, according to the state police command. The conflict erupted between the Gbelemonti and Maidoti communities in Ovia North-East Local Government Area, with tensions escalating before security operatives intervened. Confirming the incident, the Edo State Police…
Los Angeles, USA — The 53rd NAACP Image Awards, hosted by comedian and actor Deon Cole, aired on BET on Saturday, February 22, celebrating outstanding achievements across music, film, television, literature, and beyond. The prestigious ceremony recognized trailblazing artists and industry figures, with Keke Palmer, Jennifer Hudson, and the legendary Wayans Family inducted into the…
London, United Kingdom — Nigerians residing in the UK have taken to the streets to protest the increasing prevalence of Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) scams, calling out 30 individuals allegedly involved in fraudulent visa schemes. The demonstration took place on Thursday, with protesters assembling on Marsham Street, London, to voice their grievances. A live TikTok…
Nigeria _ Seventeen-year-old Mirra Andreeva has become the youngest player to win a WTA 1000 title, clinching the Dubai Tennis Championships with a decisive 7-6 (7-1), 6-1 victory over Clara Tauson. Andreeva’s remarkable journey to the title included triumphs over Grand Slam winners Marketa Vondrousova, Iga Swiatek, and Elena Rybakina. Following her win, Andreeva expressed…
Jerusalem, Israel — The Israeli government has delayed the scheduled release of over 600 Palestinian prisoners, citing repeated violations by Hamas. The postponement was announced after Hamas freed six Israeli hostages on Saturday, the last captives designated for release under the initial phase of a ceasefire agreement that began last month. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s…
Lagos, Nigeria — Pastor Femi Lazarus, founder of Light Nation Global Church, has revealed that he met his wife through the messaging platform, Telegram. The cleric made the disclosure while addressing his congregation on the diverse ways individuals can encounter their God-ordained partners. In a viral video circulating on social media, Pastor Lazarus recounted that…
US – President Donald Trump on Friday announced that electronics and software giant Apple was planning to relocate its manufacturing from Mexico to the United States. Neither the company nor chief executive officer Tim Cook has publicly confirmed the decision which Trump linked to the reciprocal tariffs which have gone into effect. Addressing U.S. governors…
Lagos, Nigeria — The National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP) has called for enhanced protection of performers’ rights under the new Copyright Act of 2022, as its four-day National Delegates Conference commenced in Lagos. Delivering the keynote address, Director-General of the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), Dr. John Asein, emphasized the need for theatre…
Abuja, Nigeria — In a strategic move to bolster food production and support local farmers, Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to providing single-digit interest loans as part of broader interventions aimed at reducing production costs and ensuring national food security. Speaking during a steering committee meeting of the Presidential Food…
Abuja, Nigeria — Prominent figures, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, ex-Chief of Defence Staff General Lucky Irabor (retd.), and distinguished military officers, gathered to pay tribute to the late Major General Christopher Jemitola (retd.), who passed away on February 6, 2025. General Jemitola, who collapsed while playing golf at the IBB Golf Club, Asokoro, Abuja,…
Osun, Nigeria — An High Court sitting in Ilesa,Osun State has ordered the State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) to proceed with the conduct of Saturday, February 22, 2025 local government elections in the state. The court directed OSSIEC to conduct elections to fill the vacant positions of local government chairmen and councillors in all the…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has approved the relocation of 29 out of Nigeria’s 256 Custodial Centres due to rapid urbanization. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo disclosed this on Friday in Abuja when he commissioned 39 mini green maria for conveyance of inmates to and from courts, and five bullet resistant guard booths…
Gombe, Nigeria — The Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Yahaya, justified the recent 120 per cent increment announced by the Gombe State University on Thursday, saying that it was necessary for the development of the institution. Yahaya stated this in his address during the swearing-in of governing councils of higher institutions, boards of state-owned companies,…
Delta, Nigeria — The Delta State Government and NIPCO Gas Limited, yesterday, signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, for the establishment of a Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, conversion centre of vehicles. Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu; Commissioner for Transport, Mr Onoriode Agofure, and Attorney -General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN,…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Lagos State House of Assembly has refuted claims that 27 of its members are planning to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Labour Party (LP), denouncing the report as false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to misinform the public. Assembly Labels Report as Baseless In a statement signed…
ABUJA—THE Senate has urged the Federal Government to as a matter of urgency immortalise late former South South Leader, Pa Edwin Clark by naming a national monument after him. Also Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, Asagba of Asaba, Delta State, HRM Prof. Epiphany Azinge, SAN,…
Gusau, Nigeria — The Zamfara State government has initiated a workshop on Digital Skills Manual Development under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project, aimed at equipping students, particularly girls, with essential digital literacy skills. The workshop, organized by the Zamfara College of Arts and Science (ZACAS) Consultancy Services Unit in collaboration…
Nigeria _ Nigeria’s headline inflation rate dropped to 24.48% in January 2025, down from 34.80% in December 2024, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The Statistician-General, Prince Adeyemi Adeniran, attributed the decline to the rebased Consumer Price Index (CPI), which provides a more accurate reflection of current inflationary pressures and consumption patterns. The…
Nigeria _ The Yobe State Police Command has apprehended two individuals, Bawa Sa’idu, 22, and Weti Saleh, 25, for allegedly conspiring to gang-rape a 12-year-old girl in Jalingo village, Tarmuwa Local Government Area. The suspects were arrested on February 15, following complaints from the victim’s relatives, and have been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation…
Nigeria _The Kwara State High Court, presided over by Justice Mahmud, has scheduled March 12-13 for the continuation of the trial of former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed and his ex-Commissioner for Finance, Demola Banu They are accused of diverting N5.78 billion from the State Universal Basic Education Fund. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) alleges…
